Recruitment Information - Police

We are continuously working towards improving our community's quality of life and safety. The New Haven Police Department is dedicated to providing professional law enforcement services while working to obtain justice and equality for all the residents and visitors in our city. It is a requirement that the New Haven Police shall treat all people fairly, impartially, and with respect and dignity while maintaining the integrity of the profession.

Requirements

- Be a U.S. Citizen

- No felony or criminal convictions

- Shall not have received anything other than an honorable discharge from the military, or other discharge with honorable conditions

- Be at least 21 years of age and less than 40 years of age at the time of appointment to the department unless already an Indiana Police PERF member

- Must be a high school graduate as evidenced by a diploma issued by an accredited high school by the department or agency of the State authorized to accredit high schools or have certification of an equivalent education

- Reside in Allen County or an adjacent county and maintain residential telephone service at the time of appointment

- Possess a valid driving license from the State of Indiana at the time of appointment

- Agree to provide certified current personal credit background report upon request

Hiring Process

- Candidates will expect the following when going through the hiring process with the New Haven Police Department:

- Field training officer programs

- Polygraph exam

- Voice-stress exam

- Drug screening exam

- Pass a general aptitude test

- Pass a physical fitness assessment

Benefits

The Police Department offers a competitive benefits package for their employees including but not limited to:

- Probationary salary of $60,104.98

- Salary of $70,260.32 when promoted to Patrolman First Class

- Shift differential for 2nd and 3rd shift officers

- Pension plan

- Prorated PTO after being hired, not to exceed 160 hours

- 200 hours of PTO after 1 year

- Paid holidays and birthday

- Longevity bonus up to 10%

- Take home car after 1 year of service

New Haven Police by the Numbers

The New Haven Police Department currently has:

26 full-time law enforcement officers

7 full-time and 11 part-time dispatchers

3 school crossing guards

1 part-time and 1 full-time code enforcement officer

2 administrative staff

5 reserve police officers